Equisetum scirpoides (Marginal Aquatic)
Equisetum scirpoides, commonly known as dwarf horsetail or dwarf scouring rush is an unusual evergreen marginal plant. Its slender, dark green, unbranched stems are segmented with black-ringed joints and form dense, wiry clumps that often twist and coil. Equisetum scirpoides
Equisetum fluviatile (Marginal Aquatic)
Equisetum fluviatile, or water horsetail, is a native aquatic perennial that brings bold vertical accents to ponds and bog gardens. Its tall, dark green, semi-evergreen stems—reminiscent of bamboo—are segmented with black-ringed joints and often tipped with cone-like spore heads. Thriving
Equisetum japonicum (Marginal Aquatic)
Equisetum japonicum (Japanese Horsetail) is an eye-catching, marginal aquatic plant that brings a dramatic, vertical presence to water gardens, ponds, or wetland areas. Its reed-like, segmented stems and evergreen foliage create an architectural, textured look, making it perfect for borders
Eriophorum angustifolium (Marginal Aquatic)
Aptly named the Common Cotton Grass, Eriophorum angustifolium produces clumps of grassy foliage that bears fluffy white flower heads, similar to cotton wool balls, in summer. This hardy evergreen perennial is native to Britain and is ideal for boggy ericaceous
Epipactis palustris (Marginal Aquatic)
Epipactis palustris, known as marsh helleborine, is a captivating native orchid that grows in damp, lime-rich soils but is becoming increasingly scarce in the wild. From June to August, it bears flower spikes each with up to 20 dangling flowers
Dichromena colorata (Marginal Aquatic)
Dichromena colorata is an unusual shallow water marginal plant well suited to smaller ponds. Whilst most pond plants flower in spring and early summer, Dichromena colorata provides valuable interest late in the season. Slender, grass-like foliage is topped with eye-catching,
Darmera peltata (Marginal Aquatic)
With spring flowers, bold foliage through summer, plus autumn colour, Darmera peltata makes a wonderful bog plant or pond-side plant for the larger garden. In March/April it bursts into flower with spherical heads of pink blooms hovering on 60cm high
Cyperus alternifolius (Marginal Aquatic)
This tender perennial makes an excellent conservatory plant or aquatic marginal for indoor pools. Tall stems are topped with palm-like foliage and yellow-brown flower spikes throughout summer. Cyperus involucratus is commonly called the Umbrella grass due to its striking appearance.
Colocasia rubra ‘Black Magic’ (Marginal Aquatic)
You’re sure to be spell bound by this enchanting Colocasia!Massive heart-shaped leaves up to 60cm long rise on metre-long stalks, emerging green but soon darkening to a bewitching deep purple-black. Growing at breakneck speed, Colocasia rubra ‘Black Magic’ is a
Colocasia esculenta (Marginal Aquatic)
Add some tropical flair to your water garden with this exotic marsh plant. Colocasia esculenta features huge, heart shaped, boldly-veined leaves up to 60cm in length that rise on metre-long stalks – creating a lush jungle vibe in ponds, bog
Carex riparia (Marginal Aquatic)
Carex riparia, commonly known as Greater Pond Sedge, is a vigorous, clump-forming evergreen perennial native to the UK which is suited to growing in larger ponds. Reaching heights of up to 1.5 metres, it features tall stems and stiff, strap-like,
Carex panicea (Marginal Aquatic)
Carex panicea is a graceful, grass-like perennial ideal for softening pond edges or enhancing boggy spots with a naturalistic feel. Its fine, blue-green foliage forms neat, semi-evergreen clumps that bring texture and colour all year round. Delicate brown flower spikes
Carex muskingumensis (Marginal Aquatic)
Carex muskingumensis is a clump-forming semi-evergreen sedge with bright green, leaves that fan out in arching sprays in palm-like fashion. From May to July it is topped with golden brown flowers on tall stems.Low-maintenance and hardy, Carex muskingumensis slowly spreads
Caltha palustris ‘Multiplex’ (Marginal Aquatic)
A marsh marigold with extra frills! This fully double version features gold, pom-pom-like flowers that shine out against broad, lush green leaves. This compact variety makes a bright feature through April and May in bog gardens or submerged in water
Caltha palustris var. alba (Marginal Aquatic)
Caltha palustris var. alba is a beautiful white version of its popular cousin Caltha palustris. In March and April, white, cup-like blooms with bright yellow central stamens create an elegant display and provide a useful source of nectar. This clump-forming
Bletilla striata ‘Alba’ (Marginal Aquatic)
Bletilla striata is an eye-catching hardy orchid with fragrant white flowers blushed with violet that appear in late spring to early summer. Each upright stem bears up to a dozen flowers, rising above pleated, strap-shaped leaves. Spreading gradually via rhizomes,
Bletilla striata (Marginal Aquatic)
Bletilla striata is an eye-catching hardy orchid with fragrant pink flowers that appear in late spring to early summer. Each upright stem bears up to a dozen flowers, rising above pleated, strap-shaped leaves. Spreading gradually via rhizomes, it forms larger
Baldellia ranunculoides (Marginal Aquatic)
Lesser Water Plantain is an attractive hardy perennial, native to Britain and makes an excellent addition to wildlife ponds where it will provide wonderful seasonal interest. Baldellia ranunculoides creates dense clumps of lime green foliage. Elegant, pale pink blooms, each
Arum italicum
A distinctive native British perennial, typically growing in shady woodlands and hedgerows. Arum italicum has arrow shaped leaves and pale green hooded spathes with a brown spadix in April to June. The flowers are followed by upright spikes of bright
Allium karataviense
This low growing species is quite different to the soaring alliums that hover high on tall stems. A native of the mountains of Kazakhstan, Allium karataviense is perfect for nestling between stones in a rockery, drifting in groups through gravel
Alisma parviflora (Marginal Aquatic)
Clumps of attractive rounded leaves patterned with prominent ridges give rise to sprays of dainty pinkish white, three-petalled flowers from June to September. Suitable for both shallow and deep water, Alisma parviflora is a pretty plant for pond margins or
Alisma lanceolata (Marginal Aquatic)
Bring subtle beauty and ecological value to your pond margins with Alisma lanceolata, also known as narrow-leaved water plantain. This elegant British native features slender, lance-shaped blue-green leaves and airy sprays of delicate white to pale pink flowers on long
